2009 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 515 kg more than 1973 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1973 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
